A former lumberjack who was arrested in connection with the felling of the beloved Sycamore Gap Tree has been bailed and declared his innocence as he returned home to a farm where police found a large chainsaw.
A former lumberjack investigated over the felling of one of Britain’s most famous trees has spoken out after speculation swirled that he may have carried out the shock act of vandalism.
Grieving tourists who have travelled to pay their respects to the felled Sycamore Gap Tree have been asked to stop touching the stump by the National Trust.
Walter Renwick returned to Plankey Mill Farm today after being taken into custody, with pictures and video showing him standing topless outside a caravan on the property.